Folic Acid

What if I am already pregnant, have epilepsy and taking anti-epileptic drugs?

If you find that you are already pregnant and on anti-epileptic drugs, do not stop taking your anti-epileptic drugs unless advised by your doctor. Start taking folic acid 5mg as soon as possible and continue until your first check up with your maternity hospital/GP/Neurologist. It is important to then contact the Irish Pregnancy & Epilepsy Register.